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Threadneedles review: ‘A hotel perfectly placed for sightseeing’
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On a recent trip to London, Bill O’Sullivan found the perfect lodgings that balance central location with an intimate, tucked away feel.
We all have our reasons for going to London again and again. The iconic landmarks, the historic museums and galleries, the endless shopping – it never gets old. Many of my trips have centred around a show, be it a musical in the West End, a gig in the O2, or a concert in the Royal Albert Hall, and I’ve nearly always based myself as close to Covent Garden as my budget would allow.
I had never really considered The City as a place to stay, but Threadneedles Hotel completely changed my perspective. It may be located in a district where suited professionals do ‘Business’ with a capital ‘B’ (the work is mysterious and important), but it’s also right in the heart of so many of London’s historic attractions that it makes complete sense to base yourself there for a well-placed escape.
The former home of the London City and Midland Bank – a stunning Victorian listed building – Threadneedles is walking distance from St Paul’s Cathedral, less than 20 minutes stroll from the Tower of London and Tower Bridge, around the corner from the beautiful Leadenhall Market and The Monument – you can have a proper treat of a getaway without ever straying outside the Square Mile.
So the location is first-rate, but what about the hotel itself? First impressions count, and on arrival I was so drawn in by the gorgeous stained glass dome in the lobby that I walked right past the reception desk. The building oozes history, from the grand banking hall that forms the centrepiece of the hotel to the rooms, many of which are the old offices of bank officials, complete with the original dark wood panelling lining the walls.
However you measure a great hotel, Threadneedles quietly surpasses expectations…
- The bed? One of those cloud-like, five-star mattresses that makes you want to peel back the sheets to find the label.
- Noise levels? My room faced the inner courtyard, just above the lobby dome – utter silence come nightfall.
- Bathroom? Sleek, spotless, and stocked with Elemis products.
- Breakfast? Freshly prepared cooked breakfast, served in the elegant main restaurant.
- Staff? Friendly, professional, and effortlessly on point from check-in to check-out.
The hotel’s restaurant was hard to resist, but we had already booked a table at Darwin Brasserie – just five minutes away in the Sky Garden perched on top of 20 Fenchurch Street (better known as the walkie-talkie building). Dinner there comes with sweeping bird’s eye views over Tower Bridge and the city skyline – unforgettable, especially at sunset. Later, back at the hotel, we ended the evening with some delicious cocktails from the bar, enjoyed beneath the lobby’s grand glass dome.
Threadneedles is perfectly placed for sightseeing, yet feels tucked away from the crowds. For a city break that balances ease with just the right amount of luxury, it fits the bill beautifully.
They’ve also recently launched a ‘Make Your Own Gin’ experience package. It’s an immersive two-hour experience where you’ll get to learn the art of distilling under expert guidance in the City of London Distillery’s Gin Lab. Accompanied by three complimentary drinks to enjoy, guests design their own gin, preparing ingredients and nurturing the gin throughout the distillation process. Once the gin cut is perfected, personalised labels can be created for guests to take home their bespoke bottle of London dry-style gin.
Book your stay at Threadneedles via their website today.
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